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Sharp partisan divide emerges over Iran strike, Trump's strategy: polls
Operation Epic Fury, the joint U.S.-Israeli military operation against Iran ordered by President Donald Trump, has divided Americans along partisan lines, according to a weekend poll.
#9 Nebraska weekly roundup, odds, stats, upcoming games and more
Find out how the #9 Nebraska Cornhuskers men's basketball team fared this week, plus a look at team stats, odds, and upcoming games.
After federal retreat, Twin Cities’ stores and restaurants piecing businesses back together
Some restaurants in immigrant corridors are back to a full menu; others have reopened for a few days a week, and some businesses might consolidate some locations.
Avalanche’s dream, nightmare scenario for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline
With the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline less than a week away, here are the dream and nightmare scenarios for the Colorado Avalanche.
Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day: Momo and Smokey
Today’s first Dog of the Day is Momo, submitted by Ginger DeBellis of the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center. “Momo is a sweet and super smart blue merle Australian shepard who loves learning new tricks, neighbor watching and snuggles.“ Today’s second Dog of the Day is Smokey, submitted by Haley Villacorta of Population Health. “Smokey is a Pomsky (Pomeranian and Siberian husky mix).” Pets of the Day — what you need to know The Vanderbilt Health Pets of the Day are included in regular editions of the MyVUMC News newsletter, which is posted twice a week by Vanderbilt Health News and Communications. The pets are selected from the hundreds of entries sent to the Voice Pet Photo Contest. For those who submitted a photo to that contest, watch MyVUMC News for Pets of the Day, and in addition, regular collections of pet photos are posted to the Voice site. You can see them all here: https://news.vumc.org/section/voice/pets-vumc/. If you have a pet you would like to nominate for Pet of the Day, the next Pet Photo Contest submission period is coming up later this year, and will be announced in MyVUMC News. Momo and Smokey were featured in the March 3, 2026, edition of MyVUMC News.
March Madness bracketology: NCAA Tournament field projection has new look
As the dawn of March is nearly here, the final bracketology predicting the NCAA men's tournament has a new No. 1 seed after a week full of results.
Tim Cook confirms a week of Apple product reveals
A “big week" that starts on Monday includes a March 4 event for press and creators.
‘Teen takeover’ that sparked gun violence impacts Jacksonville Beach businesses
A weekend “teen takeover” event in Jacksonville Beach erupted in violence as gunfire injured five teenagers, prompting a swift police response and forcing local businesses to lock down, disrupting a nearby music festival and leaving the community shaken.
The Health and Climate Benefits of Slow Living
Pick one day a week to slow down. It can lower stress levels—and your carbon footprint.
Nets vs. Mavs preview: Snow Day!
New York City is recovering from a weekend blizzard, and the Nets and Mavs fly in to town seeking a win.
St. Patrick's Day Parade Week Events in Utica Announced
Utica is set to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a week of events and traditions that highlight Irish culture and community spirit.
US re-asserts 2025 strikes ‘obliterated’ Iran’s nuclear programme
The White House comment comes after a senior Trump aide said Iran is a week away from having material for nuclear bomb.
What to Expect From the iPhone 17e Launching in March 2026
We've got just over a week to go until Apple's "Special Experience" on March 4, and we're expecting to see the iPhone 17e announced during the week of the event. The iPhone 17e will be the first update to the new low-cost iPhone 16e that Apple unveiled in February 2025. Design The iPhone 17e will look a lot like the iPhone 16e, featuring the same 6.1-inch display size, single-lens rear camera, and black and white color options.
CDC Leadership Disarray Deepens as Second-in-Command Departs
Leadership turmoil at the top US public health agency intensified Monday, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s second-in-command stepped down less than a week after its third new director in the past year took the helm.
Noah Donohoe: Mental health considered in investigation
The body of the Belfast schoolboy was found in a water tunnel almost a week after he went missing in June 2020.
Apple Reportedly Plans to Unveil at Least Five New Products Next Week
In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple will have a three-day stretch of product announcements from Monday, March 2 through Wednesday, March 4. In total, he expects Apple to introduce "at least five products". A week ago, Apple invited selected journalists and content creators to an "Apple Experience" in New York, London, and Shanghai on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time.
PLNU celebrates 25th anniversary of free healthcare clinic for uninsured patients
The Health Promotion Center operates twice a week at Mid City Church of the Nazarene with PLNU faculty and students offering free healthcare.
DOJ files antitrust civil complaint accusing OhioHealth of blocking patients' access to affordable healthcare
The Justice Department's civil antitrust enforcement action against OhioHealth comes a week after DOJ's antitrust chief, Gail Slater, was fired from her post.
Money Talks as India Searches for Its Place in Global A.I.
Narendra Modi, the prime minister, convened foreign leaders, the richest Silicon Valley companies and thousands of Indian entrepreneurs for a week of deal making.
49ers News: Combine is already less than a week away
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Apple’s March launch may include multiple days of press releases with no keynote, per rumor
Apple’s March 4 “special experience” may follow a week of product announcements via press releases. Here's what to expect.
Democrats and White House Trade Offers but Deal to Reopen D.H.S. Remains Elusive
With Congress in a weeklong recess, there was little sign of progress toward a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
Democrats and White House Trade Offers but Deal to Reopen D.H.S. Remains Elusive
With Congress in a weeklong recess, there was little sign of progress toward a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
Dodgers notes: Edwin Díaz, Brusdar Graterol, Yoshinobu Yamamoto
It’s here! It’s finally here! The Dodgers will be playing baseball in less than a week’s time. As the team begins to regroup at Camelback Ranch, old faces and new alike make their way into the clubhouse, and among the new faces to the Dodgers is Edwin Díaz. Díaz was the first major signing this […]
Joe Heller: Cartoonist on news - Pam Bondi, Epstein, Olympic politics, Valentine's Day
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid off in July 2013. He still draws several cartoons a week and distributes them through his own syndicate. Through Heller Syndication, his cartoons regularly appear in more than 400 newspapers, making him the most successful...
New Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone reveals itself as someone tries to sell it for $1,650
A wild Galaxy S26 Plus has surfaced over a week before its release. Sporting Samsung's rumoured redesign, the device was allegedly being sold for a whopping $1,650 ahead of its official debut.
Wauwatosa East's streak, Hartford's title push lead girls hoops headlines
With a week left in the girls basketball regular season, here's a look at some of the big girls basketball happenings from the week.
Olympic Figure Skating Is a Young Woman’s Sport. Deanna Stellato-Dudek Wants to Change That.
Deanna Stellato-Dudek, a Canadian pairs skater, is trying to make history at the Olympics — despite a training accident a week before the Games.
Fintech Clear Street postpones US IPO, Bloomberg News reports
Wall Street broker Clear Street has postponed its U.S. initial public offering, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, marking the second delayed listing in a week as the IPO market faces another bout of volatility.
Politics, penis injections, broken medals: A week of controversy at the Winter Olympics
Alongside displays of sporting excellence, numerous controversies have flared this week at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. FRANCE 24 takes a look at the biggest scandals.
Arizona men’s basketball unveils alternative uniforms for ‘Galaxy Slam’
If men’s basketball is the University of Arizona’s most well-known export, space science isn’t far behind. The university is celebrating its acclaimed space program through ‘Galaxy Slam,’ a week-long series of community activities and on-campus events running from Feb. 14-21. Arizona men’s basketball is taking part by wearing special uniforms for the Feb. 18 game […]
It's business as usual as UConn freshman Braylon Mullins prepares to return home to Indiana
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The World’s Most Famous Arena was the site of the first game action for Braylon Mullins. Less than a week later, Mullins played a starring role in the Huskies’ first win against Kansas. The fact that it took place at storied Allen Fieldhouse made it ever sweeter.
CSRA Children’s Weekend Business Sign-Up
We’re inviting family-friendly businesses across the CSRA — including activity centers, restaurants, museums, entertainment venues, retail shops and more to join us for a weekend dedicated to fun for ...
Nio CEO Says Non-Auto Business Profitable in First 9 Months of 2025
Just a week after Nio pre-announced its first profitable quarter ever, the company’s founder and Chief Executive Officer William Li announced that the non-automotive business achieved profit …
Faraday Future Founder and Co-CEO YT Jia Shares Weekly Investor Update: Reaffirms FF’s Commitment to Both the New Robotics Business and Existing Vehicle Business, Which Achieved a Milestone Relating to the FX Super One to be Announced Next Tuesday
LOS ANGELES, February 09, 2026--Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) ("Faraday Future", "FF" or the "Company"), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today shared a weekly business update from YT Jia, Founder and Global Co-CEO of FF.
Lead with Love: The science of gratitude and why our moms rock
Two cool things coincided this week that I am grateful to share about. One, I just returned from a week-long retreat I hosted for some of my closest friends and our moms in Costa Rica....
Inside The Inn at Little Washington’s geese parade
Three evenings a week, the farm manager at The Inn at Little Washington, known as “Farmer Andy,” leads a small procession in the alley along Patty O’s Cafe. A line of well-trained American Buff Geese march to the tune of Thewlis’ soprano saxophone.
What we know about Nancy Guthrie case a week after she was last seen
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie, was last seen by her family on Jan. 31.
No. 1 Arizona chases another program record against Oklahoma State
Top-ranked Arizona will not have played in a week when the Wildcats host Oklahoma State on Saturday at Tucson, Ariz.
Bonta: California will 'remain resolute' in pushing back on Trump administration
Over the last year, California has sued the Trump administration 55 times – an average of more than one case a week.
Community rallies to help Fayetteville business owner after pipe burst during storm
As the city of Fayetteville works to return to normal after a weekend winter storm, many residents are still dealing with its aftermath.
RWJBarnabas Health Announces Standardized Visiting Hours Across Its Hospitals
To further support its commitment to delivering a consistent and positive patient experience, RWJBarnabas Health has implemented standardized visiting hours across its acute-care hospitals effective February 2, 2026. Under the updated guidelines, general visiting hours for all RWJBarnabas Health adult acute-care hospitals will be held 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week.
A look at who could round out the Astros rotation
Joe Espada has been upfront about wanting to start the season with a six-man rotation. Hunter Brown, Cristian Javier, Mike Burrows and Tatsuya Imai appear to have four of those spots locked up, but what about the other two? Here’s a list of contenders to watch with the start of spring training just a week […]
Middle Tennessee businesses struggle with supply chain, power issues from winter storm
Middle Tennessee businesses face ongoing supply chain issues and power outages more than a week after winter storms, impacting operations and revenue.
IN PHOTOS: Adaptive winter sports for veterans
Armed services veterans spent a week conquering challenges at Mount Sunapee.
We're a week away from the Opening Ceremony: From the Sports Desk
The opening ceremony is next Friday. Let the Games begin.
New message from top Democrats: The U.S. Justice Department can't be trusted
Leading Democrats' remarks that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot be trusted hold stunning implications for American democracy, and followed a week of equally stunning actions by the department.
The video games industry is killing itself and no one seems to care
After a week of bad news for games companies, a reader worries that Western publishers are too far gone for any kind of recovery to be possible.
Stellantis orders US staff back to the office 5 days a week
The Jeep and Ram owner has told all US employees they must come into the office five days a week from March 30.
Game Preview: Chicago Blackhawks @ Pittsburgh Penguins 1/29/2026
Who: Chicago Blackhawks (21-23-9, 51 points, 6th place Central Division) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (26-14-11, 63 points, 2nd place Metropolitan Division) When: 7:00 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Locally broadcast on Sportsnet Pittsburgh and CHSN in the local markets, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: It’s a week-long sprint to the Olympic break finish line for the Pens. […]
The Jeff Boals Show Returns Tonight at The Gem Sports Bar
ATHENS, Ohio — The Jeff Boals Show returns this Thursday, January 29, on the Ohio Sports Network from Learfield, presented by Holzer Health System. This week, the live broadcast will take place from 6pm-7pm at The Gem Sports Bar. The event is open to the public and free to attend. Join the "Voice of Bobcat Basketball," Jason Toy, and the seventh year head coach of the Ohio Bobcats, Jeff Boals, for a weekly recap and a look ahead at upcoming matchups. This week's special guests include sophomore forward Ayden Evans (Radcliff, Ky.) and freshman forward Jordan Fisher (Pickerington, Ohio)
Broncos, Bills Ache for What Could Have Been
In the wake of the AFC Championship Game, both the Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos should look at Super Bowl LX as the one that got away. The Broncos fell to the New England Patriots at home in a Rocky Mountain blizzard. The Buffalo Bills were eliminated at Mile High a week earlier and have […] The post Broncos, Bills Ache for What Could Have Been appeared first on The Lead.
NBA trade rumors: Knicks eye Jrue Holiday, Lakers exploring options
The latest rumors and rumblings from around the league with just over a week until the trade deadline
Analysis: Twice within a week, Trump is forced to tone down big second-term power grabs
Even President Donald Trump’s push for total, unchecked power may struggle to overcome the potent combination of political reality and moral outrage.
Daniyal Mueenuddin on the Depths of Business Relationships
First Draft: A Dialogue of Writing is a weekly show featuring in-depth interviews with fiction, nonfiction, essay writers, and poets, highlighting the voices of writers as they discuss their work, …
I tested a solid-state portable battery for a week - now lithium-ion feels old school
This wireless power bank uses solid-state batteries instead of lithium-ion, and you'll like the reasons why.
What we learned from a week in Davos
In this Sunday edition of Business Insider Today, we're reflecting on BI's week at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Snowed in this weekend? Give these Memphis-based films a watch
Many prepared for a week of snow by grocery shopping and getting their homes ready, but entertainment is the key to a proper snow-in.
Zohran Mamdani’s first NYC snowstorm becomes a major governing test
It will be a make-or-break test for mayors across the country: A weekend snowstorm so intense that it could hit two-thirds of the American population and shut down schools, roads and critical infrastructure for days to come.
The Jeff Boals Show Returns Tonight at The Gem Sports Bar
ATHENS, Ohio — The Jeff Boals Show returns this Thursday, January 22, on the Ohio Sports Network from Learfield, presented by Holzer Health System. This week, the live broadcast will take place from 6pm-7pm at The Gem Sports Bar. The event is open to the public and free to attend. Join the "Voice of Bobcat Basketball," Jason Toy, and the seventh year head coach of the Ohio Bobcats, Jeff Boals, for a weekly recap and a look ahead at upcoming matchups. This week's special guests include redshirt senior guard Dior Conners (Columbus, Ohio) and Ohio Softball head coach Jenna Hall.
The Politics of Three Cardinals
Just a week after Archbishop Coakley, the new president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), met with President Trump, Vice President Vance, Secretary Rubio, and Secretary Noem, three U.S. cardinals ignored Archbishop Coakley’s […]
NBC 5 fires sports anchor Mike Berman; Lou Canellis expected to start next week
Canellis' arrival and Berman’s departure are not related. Canellis will fill the role held by former NBC 5 lead sports anchor Leila Rahimi, who left in 2024. The station now has an opening for a weekend sports anchor.
A week of projects and a business closing in Brunswick County
Last week brought chilly weather, business closings, project updates and more in Brunswick County.
Twin Cities transportation business eyes possible weekend service between the cities and Grand Forks
Dave Brown, owner of Transportation Service Plus, said he has seen interest in a weekend service between Grand Forks and the Twin Cities, but price is something he's still figuring out.
'Staring over the edge': South Carolina measles outbreak doubles within a week
More than 500 people are in a 21-day quarantine and about 200 are "actively infected." The largest current outbreak in the U.S. has spread to at least three other states.
King County to begin enforcing in-person work requirement
King County employees will soon have to work in the office at least three days a week, a policy that's been in effect but not enforced.
How to be a great mentor in business and life
Welcome to The Nightcrawler — a weekly newsletter from Eric Markowitz covering tech, innovation, and long-term thinking.
ROACH PARTY: Health violations shut down over a dozen Central Florida eateries
Over a week into the new year, over a dozen more Central Florida restaurants have been forced to close up shop after a visit from a health inspector.
Venezuela Frees Political Prisoners, Pledges to ‘Rescue’ Maduro
Venezuela continued releasing political prisoners on Saturday, including a member of opposition leader María Corina Machado’s party, a week after President Nicolás Maduro was captured by US forces.
‘We cannot continue to lose our women’: A community mourns as a midwife’s death highlights a crisis in Black maternal health
Janell Green Smith, a certified nurse-midwife and doctor of nursing practice in South Carolina, chose her career because of her concern about Black women’s health. Less than a week after giving birth, she died.
Extra Weekend Sleep Is Linked to Better Mental Health in Teens
Catching up on sleep over weekends may be an easy way for teens to support their mental health.
My family has been stuck in the Caribbean for days; expensive, chaotic
Canceled flights following airspace closures have left my family stranded in the Caribbean for a week. It's been expensive, but we've made it work.
Whole Hog Politics: Minnesota goes from Democratic debacle to GOP angst
A week ago, it looked like Minnesota Democrats had stumbled into a scandal that might cost their party any chance to win back the U.S. Senate and at the very least turn a safe gubernatorial...
Whole Hog Politics: Minnesota goes from Democratic debacle to GOP angst
A week ago, it looked like Minnesota Democrats had stumbled into a scandal that might cost their party any chance to win back the U.S. Senate and at the very least turn a safe gubernatorial race in…
Three MNPS Students Recognized Among Nation's Top Young Scientists
All three students are high school seniors and scholars in the School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt, a collaboration between the school district and Vanderbilt University that puts students on the university’s campus one day a week to work with professors and graduate students.
'Gaggle' politics podcast launches 2026 with a new co-host
Reporters at The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com participate in a weekly politics podcast hosted by two of their fellow reporters.
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Fantasy Preview Week 18 DST/IDP Breakdown
A Week 18 IDP fantasy breakdown for Buccaneers vs Panthers, highlighting top FantasyPros rankings, injury notes, and DST outlook
Embark CEO Confirms That If You Kill On Sight In Arc Raiders, You'll Get Matched With More Aggressive Players
Yep, as of a week ago, Arc Raiders has aggression-based matchmaking.
Steelers’ T.J. Watt scheduled to return vs. Ravens after partial lung collapse: ‘I’m excited to play’
After additional practice participation this week, Watt expects to play, he told reporters. “I feel really good. Not sure I could’ve said that a week ago,” Watt said.
Seahawks-49ers Preview
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The playoffs start a week early for the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers.
HP to launch EliteBook X G2 laptop with AMD, Intel and Qualcomm CPU options
EliteBook X G2 has three platforms to choose from With CES less than a week away, a new report from Windows Latest claims to have HP's full showcase list
Wednesday links: Can the Steelers right the ship?
A weekly Steelers (and AFC North) links roundup.
Highly-contagious measles case confirmed in Contra Costa Co., health officials say
Contra Costa County health officials confirmed a measles infection in a person who was mingling in public places for about a week before being discovered. Measles can linger in the air or on surfaces for over an hour after a contagious person leaves the area, according to health officials.
Bears vs. 49ers: San Francisco outlasts Chicago in high-stakes thriller to keep No. 1 seed hopes afloat
The 49ers' win sets up a Week 18 matchup against the Seahawks with the No. 1 seed on the line.
No. 20 Illinois faces battle-tested Southern
Physically rested from a week-long Christmas break, No. 20 Illinois nonetheless returns to the floor against Southern on Monday in Champaign, Ill., with little reprieve from coach Brad Underwood's favorite talking point.
Wisconsin sues Trump over rules restricting gender-affirming care
The lawsuit comes less than a week after RFK Jr. proposed new rules barring health care providers from gender-affirming care treatment.
Vikings claim former Colts backup QB off waivers
According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Minnesota Vikings have claimed recently waived Indianapolis Colts backup quarterback Brett Rypien off waivers, with starter J.J. McCarthy (hand) already out this week: Before this past Monday’s primetime game, the Colts waived Rypien, who had previously been signed to the active roster a week prior to serve as […]
Nine mental-health tips for a happier 2026
Regardless of any resolutions you may have for 2026, one thing is for sure: Everyone wants to have a happy new year.While losing weight or saving money may be great goals, the most straightforward path to happiness is caring for your mental and emotional health. A robust body of research shows that simple cognitive and behavioral strategies can reliably boost happiness and reduce stress – and they’re generally free and accessible to all.These strategies don’t have to be super time-consuming, but they do require intention: They only work if you do them.Here, psychologist Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, clinical director of the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, shares her top tips for cultivating more calm, centeredness and happiness in the new year (or anytime):Make time for playPlay isn’t just for kids, and it’s far from frivolous. The National Institute for Play says engaging in silliness, fun and just-for-pleasure activities reduces stress and increases optimism and resilience. A recent review also found that play improves mental health.“Adults can benefit from play as much as children,” Dr. Ogaryan says, “not just as a reward, but something that helps regulate.”So go ahead and dance with your dog, build something with Legos, tell a joke, sing karaoke or do anything else that feels like fun. Don’t worry about being productive, just enjoy yourself. And, if you can, opt for more analog play, Dr. Ogaryan suggests, as a respite from our ever-more-digital world. Move your bodyWhether you dance, ski, do yoga, play pickleball, ride a bike, roller-skate, hike or lift weights, physical movement benefits overall happiness and well-being. A 2018 review study of more than 1.2 million adults in the U.S. found that doing any kind of exercise was “significantly and meaningfully associated” with better self-reported mental health.The sweet spot was 45 minutes of movement three to five times a week, but even short bursts of physical activity can boost brain health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“Movement helps support mood and regulate the nervous system,” Dr. Ogaryan says.Plus: exercise can improve sleep quality, and sleep is essential for mental health.Prioritize sleep“Sleep plays a major role in managing stress,” Dr. Ogaryan says. Research shows that lack of sufficient sleep increases the risk of various diseases, including depression.While stress can interfere with sleep, practicing good sleep hygiene can make logging ZZ’s easier. That means maintaining a consistent bedtime; keeping the bedroom cool, dark and quiet; and avoiding social media, news and stimulating shows before bed.Consume lessWe live in a consumer culture, inundated by endless streams of content and advertising everywhere we go, which makes it easy to get overstimulated.“Something really helpful for stress reduction is to simply consume less,” Dr. Ogaryan says – less news, less social media, less information, less noise, less screen time. “It’s about reducing the input,” she says.Consider setting a maximum number of news articles per day, for example, or a time limit on scrolling. Maybe even go device free for an afternoon or a whole day.Practice present-moment awarenessWith so much coming at us all the time, focusing on the here and now can make life feel more manageable, Dr. Ogaryan says: “When everything feels super overwhelming, when everything feels larger than life, let’s make our world a little bit smaller for that moment in time.”She suggests taking things one day, or even one hour, at a time. Ask yourself: What’s my next right action? Release the need to know how everything turns out and liberate yourself from having to handle everything right now. Let the future take care of itself and just focus on the current moment. Then the next one. Have a daily anchorFrom work to the daily commute to family and life responsibilities, our days can feel jam-packed. Dr. Ogaryan recommends creating a centering daily anchor that can fit into even the busiest day.Maybe it’s a 10-minute walk during your lunch break or mindfully enjoying your coffee in the morning. Let your anchor adapt to your needs each day, she says, but be intentional about using that time to ground yourself and calm your nervous system. You might even say to yourself, “I choose this walk to help me become centered,” or “My day already feels stressful, so I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to enjoy this cup of coffee, feel the warm mug in my hand and just be present.” Having an anchor won’t erase the busy-ness from your day, but it will allow you to approach it more calmly.Be kind to yourselfMost of us have a harsh inner critic in our heads who works overtime. But that critical voice only increases our stress, triggering the same fight-or-flight response as caustic words from another person.To feel happier, we need to replace that inner critic with a kinder, more compassionate voice, Dr. Ogaryan says. Studies show that self-compassion is a source of eudaimonic happiness – the kind of happiness associated with purpose and meaning in life.While our knee-jerk reaction may be to self-criticize – “How could you let it get to this point? You didn’t manage your time well and now the project is going to be late. You’re so inept.” – we fare better mentally by treating ourselves with kindness, like we would a friend. That might sound like, “You’ve got a lot on your plate, but you are capable and you’ll get it done. I believe in you.”We may think that speaking kindly to ourselves means letting ourselves off the hook, so we end up becoming lazy do-nothings. But research shows the opposite: People who are self-compassionate are more likely to try harder in the face of failure and ultimately reach their goals.You can thank your inner critic for its good intentions, but resolve to talk to yourself in a kind, compassionate voice.Connect with othersHumans are social animals built for connection. Stress can be isolating and cause us to withdraw, but connecting with others is a salve for the psyche, Dr. Ogaryan says.“We know that not all relationships are always easy, but if we can think about intentional, nourishing connection – even in really small doses – it could really help center us,” she says.Take a moment to laugh with your colleagues, hug your pet, have a conversation with a friend or smile at the barista making your coffee. A study found that even tiny interactions with casual acquaintances and strangers decreases loneliness and improves happiness and well-being.Seek supportIf you try these practices and happiness remains elusive, or if you can’t access the wherewithal to follow these tips, seek support from your physician or a therapist. Mental health conditions are among the most common health issues in the U.S. and around the world – more prevalent than diabetes or heart disease. One in five people in the U.S. experiences a mental illness each year, with depression and anxiety the most common, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.“We can all think about these tips,” Dr. Ogaryan says. “But it’s important to recognize if you’ve done everything you can and you’re still really struggling, it’s really important to seek help.”
Villa Rica family loses home, business to fire days before Christmas: 'I’m devastated'
"We’re going to have a Christmas with our family." A Villa Rica family lost their home and in-home bakery to a weekend fire just days before Christmas.
Aside from Alabama comeback, CFP first round lacked entertainment
Twelve things about the College Football Playoff's first round, a weekend with one comeback, one snoozer and two blowouts.
A weekend of "redemption" for downtown businesses
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — After three consecutive weekends of not-so-friendly weather, businesses in downtown Sioux Falls are attempting to end the holiday shopping season on a high note. It…
I visited Japan for a week. From missed experiences to money mistakes, I should've done these 6 things differently.
After spending a week traveling around Japan and Tokyo for the first time as an American, I have regrets about how I planned my trip and spent money.
I'm 84 and work late nights from my wheelchair. I can't comfortably retire, and I intend to work until my 100th birthday.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Jane Way, 84, who works 30 hours a week as a US-based accountant for a South African orphanage.
Projecting movement on the Rams all-time stat list
How far do players move up the list on a week-to-week basis?
Meet the 77-year-old Vietnam pilot still in love with lacrosse — and scoring on opponents 50 years younger (photos)
Jon Ryan was awarded a Purple Heart in Vietnam, has kept bees for nearly 50 years and never misses a week in a lacrosse league where many of the players are young enough to be his grandchildren.
Mike Tomlin: You go into business with Aaron Rodgers for days like Sunday
The Steelers' lopsided loss to the Bills in Week 13 made for a week of questions about head coach Mike Tomlin's future and quarterback Aaron Rodgers' ability to play through a fractured left wrist, but their trip to Baltimore in Week 14 ended with on a much more positive note.